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Embroidery (Visual works)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Refers to works characterized by a pattern or design executed in stitches using thread or fine wire. The designs are typically executed on textiles, but leather, paper, or another media may also be used; the designs may be intended to be framed, or to decorate apparel, bed linens, furniture coverings, pillows, altar cloths, ceremonial hangings, or other items.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Collection of folklore textiles, 1920-2018

 Series
Identifier: FA 48 Series 1
Scope and Contents

Contains various folklore textiles such as quilts, pillow shams, cross-stitch samplers, and decorations. Creators of items vary, and some items do not have a creator. Dated 1920 to 2018.

Dates: 1920-2018

Sea turtles and hibiscus Hawaiian quilt and pillow shams , 2018

 File — Oversize 8: Series 1 [Barcode: 31197239256941]
Identifier: FA 48 Series 1 File 2
Scope and Contents

Contains a blue handmade Hawaiian quilt with a pattern of sea turtles, monstera, plumeria, and hibiscus. Also includes two pillow shams with the same pattern. Quilt was created in the Philippines in the factory of Hawaiian Quilt Wholesale. Dated 2018.

Dates: 2018